balao
[ buh-lou ]
Origin of balao
1First recorded in 1850–55; from Puerto Rican Spanish balajú
Words Nearby balao
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How to use balao in a sentence
balao oil.A resinous oil (balao or malapajo) is found in Samar and Albay, probably also in other provinces.
The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes | Toms de ComynThe balao is sold in Albay at four reals for the tinaja of ten gantas (the liter at eight pence).
The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes | Toms de Comyn
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